About Esther Haerim Heo

Green Steel Economics and Decarbonization

Esther Haerim Heo has co-authored key reports comparing the economics of green H2-DRI steelmaking to traditional methods worldwide [3][6][7][8][14][15][17][18]. Her analysis, notably 'Green Steel Economics,' informs global policy discussions, including U.S. Congress reports on Nippon Steel's acquisition of U.S. Steel [7][8][14][15]. She highlights cost competitiveness and scalability for heavy industry decarbonization [4][17].

Heavy Industry and Trade Policy

Heo addresses decarbonizing heavy industry and shipping [4], green trade policies [6][16], and automakers' roles in steel decarbonization [13]. Her contributions appear in reports on Australia's green iron plans [3][12] and international dialogues on climate-trade linkages [16]. She critiques carbon pricing mechanisms like CBAM in relation to China [10].

Energy Policy and Education

As an instructor at Seoul National University, Heo teaches 'Energy Policy,' examining key issues in energy and climate [5]. Her expertise spans government/policy topics, integrating economics with practical policy solutions [5][16].

Public Speaking and Outreach

Heo delivers keynotes on topics like 'How Our Clothing Explains the World & Our Role In It' at Asia Impact Nights [2] and speeches at climate summits [1][4]. She engages in networks discussing electric vehicles, clean trade partnerships, and carbon neutrality [9][10][11].